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Seymour Duncan Exciter Bridge Zebra Pickup vs Seymour Duncan RTM DeMartini Humbucker Black Pickup
The Exciter Bridge uses ceramic magnets with zebra coils for maximum treble articulation and cutting clarity, while the RTM DeMartini employs Alnico 2 for warmer harmonic complexity with tight midrange punch. Choose the Exciter for maximum definition and lead work; choose the DeMartini if you want aggression balanced with harmonic richness and play Floyd Rose systems.
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Seymour Duncan RTM DeMartini Humbucker Black Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Exciter Bridge Zebra Pickup | Seymour Duncan RTM DeMartini Humbucker Black Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145.00 | $145.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Exciter Bridge Zebra Pickup
- ✓ Ceramic magnet construction delivers sharper, more articulate treble response
- ✓ Zebra coil configuration provides visual appeal and tonal signature
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring offers series, parallel, and split-coil flexibility
- ✓ Optimized for fast technical passages where note separation is critical
Why choose Seymour Duncan RTM DeMartini Humbucker Black Pickup
- ✓ Alnico 2 magnet adds warmth and harmonic complexity despite high gain
- ✓ Specifically designed and spaced for Floyd Rose tremolo systems
- ✓ Handcrafted in Santa Barbara with published specs (17.6K ohms, 8.83H inductance)
- ✓ Tight, controlled low end cuts through dense mixes without flabbiness
Frequently asked questions
Which pickup has more treble presence?
The Exciter Bridge emphasizes crisp treble articulation and cutting clarity as its primary strength. The DeMartini focuses more on upper-midrange punch (4.40 KHz peak) with warmer harmonic content from its Alnico 2 magnet.
Will either pickup work in non-Floyd Rose guitars?
The Exciter Bridge uses standard humbucker dimensions and installs without modification into most guitars. The DeMartini is specifically spaced and designed for Floyd Rose tremolo systems, so it may not fit standard fixed-bridge guitars without adjustment.
Which is better for rhythm playing in high-gain metal?
Both are high-output metal pickups. The DeMartini's tight low end and controlled resonance excel at clean chord definition in high-gain; the Exciter's ceramic bite prioritizes individual note clarity for fast technical runs.
What does the Exciter's 4-conductor wiring add?
4-conductor wiring enables series (standard humbucking), parallel, and split-coil modes for tonal shaping beyond what the DeMartini's single-conductor lead offers. The DeMartini provides a fixed voicing optimized for its target application.